AAO-HNSF releases guideline on tympanostomy tubes in children

摘要

Tympanostomy tube insertion is the most common surgery in U.S. children. It is most often used to resolve persistent middle ear fluid, frequent ear infections, or ear infections that persist despite antibiotic treatment. The American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNSF) has released a guideline on the indications for tube placement in children, as well as perioperative counseling. Figure 1 is an algorithm based on the recommendations.